How Mann Law Group helps
Every U.S. employer must verify each new hire's identity and work authorization on Form I-9, whether or not it sponsors visas. Errors are common, and they add up during a government inspection. Mann Law Group reviews I-9 records, fixes what can be fixed the right way, and helps employers respond when an inspection notice arrives.
Common services and issues
What to keep in mind
- The employee completes Section 1 by the first day of work, and the employer completes Section 2 within three business days of the start date.
- Asking for specific documents, or for more documents than the form requires, can be unfair documentary practice, even when the intent is good.
- Corrections must be made in a way that shows what changed and when. Never backdate a form.
- Keep I-9 forms for the required retention period, and store them apart from personnel files.
What happens next
Initial review
We listen to the facts, identify deadlines, and confirm what documents are needed.
Strategy
An attorney explains realistic options, risks, and recommended next steps.
Preparation
The team prepares filings, evidence, declarations, and supporting documentation.
Representation
We guide the case through government review, court, interview, response, or appeal as needed.
Common Questions
An internal audit, done with counsel, lets you find and correct errors before an inspection. How you correct each error matters, so get advice on the method.
Call counsel at once. The notice gives a short deadline to produce the forms, and the response affects the outcome.
It depends on the employer, such as whether it has certain government contracts. We can confirm whether a requirement applies to your company.